The word "pectase" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription of /ˈpɛktəseɪz/. The first syllable, "pect," is pronounced with a short "e" sound followed by a "k" sound. The second syllable, "ase," is pronounced with a long "a" sound followed by the "s" and "e" sounds. Pectase refers to an enzyme that breaks down pectin, a molecule found in plant cell walls. Being able to spell and properly pronounce scientific terms like pectase is important in a variety of fields, including medicine and biotechnology.